API 570 — Piping Inspector

Prepares inspectors for the API 570 certification and a broad knowledge base in maintenance, inspection, alteration and repair of in-service metallic piping, plus ASME B31.3 and IX requirements.

Who should attend

Engineers, inspectors, designers and operating persons in the oil, gas and petrochemical industry.

Codes covered

• API: Standard 570, RP 571, RP 574, RP 577, RP 578
• ASME: Sections V & IX, B16.5, B31.3 (Process Piping)

Topics include

• Corrosion rates & inspection intervals
• Weld / casting quality factors; pressure design thickness
• Hydro/pneumatic testing; impact-test exemption
• Preheat & PWHT; flange calculations; permanent-blank thickness

Required codes are provided in PDF format during the certification examination.

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